The crime rate in Bavaria has dropped significantly, reaching figures reminiscent of the 1970s, according to Interior Minister Joachim Herrmann (CSU) during the presentation of the crime statistics. In 2025, the Bavarian police reported 4,094 crimes per 100,000 inhabitants, marking a 4.8% decrease from the previous year. Notably, this was the best security situation since before the pandemic, with the exception of the unusual spike in 2021. The minister highlighted that overall crime rates continue to contradict claims of a persistent rise in crime, emphasizing this positive trend in public safety.

As part of the statistics, it was highlighted that the figures do not include immigration-related offenses like illegal entry. Out of a total of 254,759 suspects, 41% were non-German citizens, predominantly comprising Romanian nationals, followed by individuals from Ukraine, Turkey, Syria, and Poland. This breakdown underscores ongoing concerns about crime involving foreign nationals, a topic that often fuels political discourse around immigration and public safety in Germany.

Overall, Herrmann's announcement marks a significant shift in the narrative surrounding crime in Bavaria, indicating a decline in violent offenses, with murders decreasing by 30 in 2025 compared to the previous year, bringing the total to 167. This reduction presents an opportunity for the Bavarian government to reassess its policies regarding crime prevention and community safety, while also addressing the public's perception of crime and security in the region, particularly concerning foreign nationals.